]]>118129Wed, 31 Oct 2018 19:51:26 +0000http://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/115281-sodapopbranding-discussion-news-thread/
Given the separate Pepsi and Sierra (or not Sierra) Mist threads, I figured I’d start a general soda branding thread. I figure people have a lot of sodas they like, even just for their label design, that others of us have never heard of.

"The new Macron 2019 logo is not an revolution but an evolution of the old logo. In fact, only the Macron Hero, Macron's trademark symbol, has changed. The Macron Hero has a fierce, dynamic and modern character. According to the press statement, the "Macron Hero represents an even more effective way of communicating the joy felt at the end of a challenge. The achievement of a goal. Effort, passion and determination. The philosophy “Work hard. Play harder.”"

]]>118460Wed, 12 Dec 2018 19:03:22 +0000Name That Font!http://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/21954-name-that-font/If you are trying to identify a font, have a cool font you found, or a cool font related website, post it here!

]]>21954Mon, 20 Jun 2005 00:23:33 +0000New Travel (Trvl) Channel Logohttp://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/118127-new-travel-trvl-channel-logo/]]>118127Wed, 31 Oct 2018 19:50:06 +0000Barnum's Animals - New Packaginghttp://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/115771-barnums-animals-new-packaging/
Well, chalk another win up for PETA, as Mondelez has redesigned the packages for Barnum's Animals. No longer will the animals be caged as they might be at a circus or zoo; they are instead shown "in a natural habitat."

The crackers' flavor is unaffected.

]]>115771Tue, 21 Aug 2018 21:30:18 +0000Dunkin' Donuts,err wait just Dunkin'http://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/117843-dunkin-donutserr-wait-just-dunkin/
Dunkin' Donuts is officially dropping Donuts from its name beginning next year

]]>117843Tue, 25 Sep 2018 20:13:54 +0000Making a font from vector imageshttp://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/118358-making-a-font-from-vector-images/
First off, if this thread needs to be moved, please do so and accept my apology for putting it in the wrong spot. The store I work for has created a custom letter and number font for our biggest account. there will be a few hundred jerseys with front and back numbers, so to provide an .AI for each set of digits is not something I nor the manufacturer care to do. All that to say, does anyone have a suggestion for a font making software that would make this easier?
]]>118358Wed, 28 Nov 2018 20:18:49 +0000Microsoft Office new icon set for 2018http://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/118364-microsoft-office-new-icon-set-for-2018/

]]>118179Mon, 05 Nov 2018 22:27:26 +0000Heavy Seas Beer Co. New Logohttp://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/118197-heavy-seas-beer-co-new-logo/
The craft brewery that is like 10 mins from my house in Baltimore just changed their logo:

]]>118197Wed, 07 Nov 2018 18:41:17 +0000Cheaper Photoshop Alternativehttp://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/114145-cheaper-photoshop-alternative/
Just wanted to put this out there for anyone looking for an alternative to photoshop to use for concepts... (Mods if you feel this should be in General Design please move it)

There are free 7-day trials for both. (Photo, Designer). FYI the trials are strict on their days, unlike photoshop which gives you one extra session after the trial.

I hope this doesn't seem like an ad but should provide you with another option for graphic design.

]]>114145Wed, 07 Mar 2018 02:12:52 +0000New Cox Communications logohttp://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/118297-new-cox-communications-logo/
I was going through the site this morning to pay the Cox bill and noticed they changed their logo.

You can see the new logo here at cox.com

New

Old

I don’t like it, while the old one wasn’t any better. This seems to be just a text rainbow. Downgrade

I think it's a good evolution - having everything line up on the flag fixes an issue that bugs me every time I see it.

I'm hoping they'll have a better solution for applications on solid red or blue backgrounds:

]]>118270Fri, 16 Nov 2018 21:52:00 +0000Hand painted MLS team logoshttp://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/117985-hand-painted-mls-team-logos/
I've been working on painting logo blocks for an MLS standings board. I had created an NFL version of this a few years back, and since Minnesota United is now in the MLS, I thought it was time to make an MLS one. I underestimated the detail on these logos and the difficulty of painting them with acrylic. NFL logos aren't as detailed as MLS logos. I fact that didn't cross my mind until I started painting. The blocks are 5.125" x 2.5". In hindsight, I wish I had used oil paints as I think it may have been easier to get more precise colors when mixing and easier to work with the fine detail. All in all I'm pretty happy with them, though. Up to this point, I think I've spent about 50 hours on this project. Next step is to stain the board, paint the MLS logo, and get magnets attached to the board.

]]>117985Mon, 15 Oct 2018 02:48:51 +0000Personal Rebrandhttp://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/111321-personal-rebrand/
Just showing off my new design. Been thinking about it for a while but made this in a day. My old logo looked a bit amateur to me recently so tell me what you guys think!

My initials are

H(ouston)

I

M(ark)

Old logo:

New Logo:

]]>111321Sat, 01 Apr 2017 03:40:08 +0000Non-sports logos that could be good sports logos?http://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/115417-non-sports-logos-that-could-be-good-sports-logos/
I vaguely remember there being a thread about non-sports logos that would make for good sports logos. I can't find it on the search. Can someone link me to it?
]]>115417Wed, 01 Aug 2018 00:54:14 +0000New Logo for Regal Cinemahttp://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/118145-new-logo-for-regal-cinema/https://www.underconsideration.com/brandnew/archives/new_logo_for_regal.php

They're really emphasizing the digital/web aspects as the school has branded itself as the "University of Silicon Beach" with its proximity to Venice, Playa Vista, and all the tech companies that are in the area.

The only complaint that I have is that the new lion logo is monochrome. Other than that? Quite solid.

]]>117962Thu, 11 Oct 2018 01:55:19 +0000Stolen Workhttp://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/99799-stolen-work/This was brought up in the Nike Vs. Series thread, I think mattwillcox would probably appreciate it if we got back to his work, so I'd like to bring the discussion over here.

]]>99799Sun, 03 Aug 2014 19:49:11 +0000Cost/Benefit of a Rebrandhttp://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/118076-costbenefit-of-a-rebrand/
Thought this was a very informative piece from Vox about the cost and thought that goes into a corporate name change and rebrand.

My current company rebranded five years ago and is still working old graphics and outdated signage out of its system, and I think this piece does a good job of capturing why that happens and how it often manifests itself.

]]>118076Thu, 25 Oct 2018 15:39:33 +0000Something To Waste Time Withhttp://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/117995-something-to-waste-time-with/AstroTurf Field Configurator
]]>117995Tue, 16 Oct 2018 10:57:12 +0000King Cards: A Tribute to Lebron James' Sneaker Legacyhttp://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/117991-king-cards-a-tribute-to-lebron-james-sneaker-legacy/
I'm Fonzie, a designer and illustrator based out of NYC. Sports, sneakers, and design are some of my biggest passions, and I previously released a project called Flight Cards that was a deck of playing cards celebrating Jordan’s signature shoes (https://hypebeast.com/2016/11/flight-cards-celebrate-jordan-legacy).

Lebron’s next chapter in LA is one of the most interesting storylines happening in the NBA right now, and recently I’ve been working on a new project that applies the same design concept to Lebron’s line of signature shoes. The deck features Lebron’s shoes in the card designs, with the Air Zoom Generation 1 as the Ace through the Lebron 13s as the King. A different colorway of each shoe is represented on each of the four suits.

I’ve started a Kickstarter campaign to get the project funded so I can push these to production:

]]>117991Mon, 15 Oct 2018 19:20:10 +0000Game Show Network Logohttp://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/117887-game-show-network-logo/
It looks like Game Show Network has changed their logo this morning.

Old:

New:

I, myself, like they went back to the name and not just GSN.

]]>117887Mon, 01 Oct 2018 13:12:59 +0000Papa John(')s new logohttp://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/117803-papa-johns-new-logo/
After the bout of bad press over the past year, Papa John's is removing the apostrophe and will now be known as... Papa Johns. They have released their new logo, which will go live in early 2019, as it is still pending trademark rights. As with all other logos lately, we are dropping all serifs to go for a new sans serif and minimalistic look. All imagery of Papa John himself has already been removed from the company, as well. We all knew a new logo had to be in the works. Thoughts?

New:

Old:

]]>117803Fri, 21 Sep 2018 15:39:14 +0000CCSLN Airport Logo Threadhttp://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/108551-ccsln-airport-logo-thread/
There's probably already a thread for this, but after a recent bit of traveling, I wanted to bring up some airport logos. Some are boring, some are abstract, and some are great.

My favorite is Pittsburgh International Airport's logo.

But my local airport's logo isn't that great. It has good representation but doesn't have anything special about it.

It seems Toys R Us has come back as Geoffrey's Toy Box. It sounds like their new strategy, at least for the immediate future, is to rebrand already existing toy sections in other stores with their own brand.

]]>117922Thu, 04 Oct 2018 21:38:28 +0000Fun With Flags!!!!http://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/108933-fun-with-flags/
Apologies if this is already a thread, but watching the Olympics, especially during the Parade of Nations I like to take note of the different flags.

]]>108933Mon, 15 Aug 2016 15:22:34 +0000After pepsi is done using the retro packaging, how can...http://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/114759-after-pepsi-is-done-using-the-retro-packaging-how-can/
they go back to the bad smiley pepsi globe?

Even Diet Pepsi is joing in the retro label's....at least the 12 packs are.

I like the wordmark more, was too small on the one one and never liked that weird L.

Not a fan of Quaker man being gone.

]]>117697Sat, 08 Sep 2018 03:56:11 +0000Photoshop Advice Megathreadhttp://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/97813-photoshop-advice-megathread/Before we start off on teaching about using Photoshop you need to learn something about design. These principles will guide you when technology fails you. Learning Photoshop without knowing these is like taking the wheel of a Ferrari without knowing how to drive.

Art and design is about communication.

These principles of design are universal across all forms of communication. Art, music, speech, you will find elements of these throughout all of them. We're going to use three very different pieces of art to illustrate how these work. It's also going to require you to do some googling.

The pictures are by Norman Rockwell, Rembrandt van Rijn (looking very cheeky) and Homer Winslow.

Elements of Art

Line

Line is the divsion between spaces. How areas are divided can greatly effect how someone feels. The line can be angry or calm, Rembrandt's line has a lot of action. It's not very static and that's good because he's catching (himself) being very alive.

Shape

The general shape of an image. If you squint, you should see a strong outline between the dark and light shapes of the work.

If the shape of an image is strong, you'll be able to make sense of it even when it is far away or small.

Color

Has to do with the overwhelming hue of an image. The Rockwell is almost completely brown except for the father. Winslow's painting is evenly divided between blues and browns.

Value

The overall light and dark of an image. It's what gives Shape from above. Some paintings have very harshly black and white, others are more of a gray, with little difference between the light and dark part of the image.

Texture

This has to do with the tactile feel of the image. Patrick Nagel's paintings have a very smooth, crisp texture to them. The Rockwell painting uses a number of textures, from the smooth suitcase to the silky fur of the Collie to the rough feel of the car.

Space

Space refers to the area in which art is organized. Does it feel as though it has depth? The Rockwell image takes place within a small, intimate area but the Homer Winslow is very open. Another artist who makes very good use of space is Thomas Moran.

Principles of art

Repetition

Repeating design elements, exact or varied, which establishes a visual beat. It's a way of reinforcing the Center of Interest. It can be repeating shapes, textures or colors or whatever. It doesn't have to be exact which brings us to

Rhythm

Rhythm is using that repetition but bring in variation. For example, in the Homer Winslow painting there are three painters but they are all different. The red in the Kid's tie (in the Rockwell) is repeated in the cloth, the lantern, in his shoes and in the banner on his suitcase. Thematically the use of a repeat color (or other element) can give separate elements a connection that tells a story.

Proportion

Proportion is the size relationship of parts to a whole and to one another. How much of your design is used for an element? If you have a ton of area devoted to something trivial, it's going to make for a weaker design, but open space with a purpose can be powerful.

Balance

Balance is the impression of equilibrium in a pictorial or sculptural composition. Balance is often referred to as symmetrical, asymmetrical, or radial.

Pathways

Pathways determine how and where your eyes go. You want to keep directing people back to the center of the piece but you also want to show them the whole thing. In the Rockwell painting, he's set a path for your eyes to follow. It keeps the viewer from trying to see everything at once and gives them reason to keep looking at it. In the Homer Winslow painting the shape and color of the clouds guide the viewer from one side of the painting to the other, providing a visual "highway" for the eyes to travel.

Center of interest

The place in an artwork where your eye first lands and where it goes back to. It's usually the area of strongest contrast and detail.

Note: I'm going to fill these as time goes on.

Next is some general Photoshop tips and then we're going to have fun with this fellow below.

If anyone else wants to contribute go ahead, in fact I'm hoping that more people join in.

]]>97813Wed, 19 Mar 2014 05:55:44 +0000Other Design Helphttp://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/21012-other-design-help/Please use this thread for any and all help you might need with any design other than photoshop/illustrator. If you have a question, please scan through this thread to see if your question has been answered before.

If you have a cool tip or tutorial for anything, post it here as well!

If you are requesting help, please provide the software version and if you are on a mac or a pc. (this helps with discribing short cuts)

Please do not use this thread for asking for advice on a project or anything like that.

If you have a question about software, hardware, or a tip how to use a program like Flash, Dreamweaver, InDesign, AfterEffects, etc, post it here. If you have a question on setting up a file for production, you can post it here but its usually best to call the production facility.

Could a mod please pin this thread?

]]>21012Thu, 26 May 2005 05:08:11 +0000Logo Designhttp://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/117598-logo-design/
I'm looking into making my own (blogging) site and I want a logo for it. I'm looking more for a brand logo. Hoping to make it similar to a sports logo in a way too.

Anyone mind helping me out? Or know of a place to go to get a couple of designs made (free of charge of course)?